Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in CAD · Recall feed checked daily
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Foreign Body Surgery cost in Ottawa

Surgery to remove a swallowed object from the stomach or intestine, including imaging, anaesthesia and aftercare.

Typical Ottawa range$2,100–$5,2502026, CAD, before tax
Canada-wide range$2,000–$5,000Ottawa index: 1.05× national
Pet insuranceUsually coveredAccident-and-illness plans typically reimburse 80–90% after the deductible.
$1,800 national   this city$5,510
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Insured cats in Ottawa would get roughly $3,310 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about $47–$100/month for a young cat.

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Foreign Body Surgery across Canada

Mid-point of the typical range. Ottawa highlighted.

Toronto$4,025
Vancouver$4,025
Victoria$3,850
Surrey$3,815
Calgary$3,780
Ottawa$3,675

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Ways to pay less

  • String and thread are especially dangerous in cats and can cut through the bowel.
  • Delay raises both the cost and the risk sharply.
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Plans Canadian owners use for foreign body surgery

Trupanion

Big-ticket surgeries and lifelong conditions

90% reimbursement, no payout limits, pays the vet directly at many Canadian clinics.

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Fetch Pet Insurance

Broad coverage including dental

Covers exam fees, dental disease and behavioural therapy; flexible deductibles.

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Petsecure

Budget plans with dental

Canadian-owned since 1989, four plan levels, dental included on all plans.

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Foreign Body Surgery in Ottawa: FAQ

How much does foreign body surgery cost in Ottawa?

Most Ottawa clinics charge between $2,100 and $5,250 in 2026. Specialty and emergency hospitals sit at the top of that range; neighbourhood clinics sit lower.

Why is Ottawa above the Canada average?

Vet prices track rent, wages and clinic competition. Ottawa runs about 5% above the national average across our index.

Does pet insurance cover foreign body surgery?

Yes, for most accident-and-illness plans, subject to your deductible, waiting periods and any pre-existing-condition exclusion.

What affects the price of foreign body surgery?

Cat size and weight (medication and anaesthesia scale with weight), whether bloodwork or imaging is needed first, after-hours timing, and whether a specialist is involved.

How can I pay less for foreign body surgery in Ottawa?

Ask for an itemised estimate, compare two clinics, check veterinary-college teaching hospitals, ask about payment plans, and use insurance if the cat was covered before symptoms started.

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